How To Fix CMM_TRM_DEND003 - There is already a snapshot definition for a parent or child node

CMM_TRM_DEND003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMM_TRM_DEND - CMM TRM EoD processing alignment

• Message number: 003

• Message text: There is already a snapshot definition for a parent or child node

What causes this issue?

You cannot create a snapshot definition for a portfolio hierarchy node
whose parent or child node already has a defined snapshot.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

To create this definition, delete the snapshot definition assigned to
the parent or child node.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMM_TRM_DEND003 - There is already a snapshot definition for a parent or child node ?

  The SAP error message CMM_TRM_DEND003 indicates that there is already a snapshot definition for a parent or child node in the context of the SAP Change Management or Transport Management system. This typically occurs when you are trying to create a new snapshot definition for a node that already has an existing snapshot.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Snapshot Definition: The error arises when you attempt to create a snapshot for a node that already has an existing snapshot definition. This can happen if:
  
  You are trying to create a new snapshot for a node that already has one.
  There is a misunderstanding about the hierarchy of nodes, leading to attempts to create multiple snapshots for the same parent or child node.
  
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that are causing the system to incorrectly identify existing snapshots.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Snapshots: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or area in SAP where snapshots are managed (e.g.,